SEMA Releases New State of the Industry Report

SEMA has released its new State of the Industry – Fall 2023 market research report, the organization announced. The report covers the following topics: Key industry trends and metrics Data on sales changes over the past year and how businesses are doing Top challenges and opportunities for the automotive aftermarket Industry outlook for 2023 and… Continue reading SEMA Releases New State of the Industry Report

DEI Previews SEMA Show Booth

Design Engineering, Inc. (DEI) recently offered up a preview of its SEMA Show booth ahead of the annual aftermarket trade show in Las Vegas, Nevada, the company announced. Exhibiting in booth No. 20613, DEI is highlighting its new Advanced Thermal Acoustic Coating (ATAC). The paint-on coating creates a thermal barrier on floors, walls and roofs,… Continue reading DEI Previews SEMA Show Booth

PBS News Host to Moderate SEMA Show Panel on Alternative Fuels

Margaret Hoover, CNN contributor and host of PBS program Firing Line With Margaret Hoover, will moderate a discussion of automotive industry experts on the future of alternative fuels technology during the SEMA Show, event organizers announced. The Future of Automotive Fuel Technology panel will take place on Nov. 2, in the North Hall (Room N258)… Continue reading PBS News Host to Moderate SEMA Show Panel on Alternative Fuels

ICON Vehicle Dynamics to Unveil GMC Canyon AT4 Build at SEMA Show

ICON Vehicle Dynamics will unveil a custom-built 2023 GMC Canyon AT4 at the upcoming 2023 SEMA Show, the company announced. The truck is owned by Zack Cosby, a fan and enthusiast, who was selected to have his truck upgraded and exhibited at the SEMA Show, scheduled for Oct. 31-Nov. 3 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Cosby’s… Continue reading ICON Vehicle Dynamics to Unveil GMC Canyon AT4 Build at SEMA Show

Your Goals for the SEMA Show

The idea behind this successful Lincoln Navigator package was sparked by a project vehicle I saw at last year’s SEMA Show.

This article originally appeared in the November 2023 issue of THE SHOP magazine. I don’t remember the exact year of my first SEMA Show, but I know it was more than 25 years ago. In fact, it was long enough ago that when I ate breakfast at the casino that morning, the steak and eggs… Continue reading Your Goals for the SEMA Show

SEMA Announces Finalists for 2023 Industry Awards

SEMA has announced the finalists for its 2023 Industry Awards, which will be presented during the 2023 SEMA Show, the organization announced. The award finalists include: Channel Partner of the Year  Meyer Distributing Motor State Distributing Summit Racing Equipment Manufacturer of the Year Dee Zee Inc. QA1 Turbosmart Content Creator of the Year Alex Taylor,… Continue reading SEMA Announces Finalists for 2023 Industry Awards

2023 Battle of the Builders Application Deadline Nears

The 2023 SEMA Show Battle of the Builders will no longer accept entries after its Friday, Oct. 13 deadline, show organizers announced. To enter, a vehicle must be approved by the show committee to be on display at the SEMA Show and can be either a feature vehicle or a booth vehicle. Click here for… Continue reading 2023 Battle of the Builders Application Deadline Nears

SEMA Announces Annual Vehicle Award Finalists

SEMA has revealed the finalists for its annual vehicle awards, the organization announced. Voted on by SEMA Show exhibitors, the selected vehicles represent the best business opportunities for aftermarket manufacturers, according to SEMA. The winning vehicle in each category will be announced prior to the SEMA Show on Oct. 30, at the Las Vegas Convention… Continue reading SEMA Announces Annual Vehicle Award Finalists

BendPak to Increase SEMA Show Presence

BendPak is expanding its 2023 SEMA Show presence by showcasing its car lifts, evaporative coolers, EV lifts, boat lifts, wheel service equipment and more across four booths at the annual automotive trade show, the company announced. The company will be representing its roster of automotive brands, including BendPak, Ranger, Autostacker, Cool Boss, QuickJack, MaxJax, Ergochair,… Continue reading BendPak to Increase SEMA Show Presence

New SEMA Show Program Aims to Empower Women in Industry

The 2023 SEMA Show, scheduled for Oct. 31-Nov. 3 in Las Vegas, Nevada, will feature a new program designed to help women advance their careers in the automotive aftermarket, show organizers announced. New for 2023, the SEMA Women in Automotive Symposium will provide networking, mentoring, and professional development opportunities with the support of the SEMA… Continue reading New SEMA Show Program Aims to Empower Women in Industry

SEMA Releases Economic Impact Report

A new economic report distributed by SEMA highlights the impact that the specialty equipment aftermarket for motor vehicles has on America’s economy, the specialty aftermarket trade organization announced. SEMA commissioned the research, which was conducted by John Dunham and Associates and is based on 2023 U.S. economy data. The SEMA Economic Impact Report shows the… Continue reading SEMA Releases Economic Impact Report

New SEMA Show Exhibit to Highlight Future Vehicle Propulsion Technology

A new SEMA Show exhibit will highlight future vehicle propulsion technology, show organizers announced. The SEMA FutureTech Studio, new for the 2023 SEMA Show, will give attendees an opportunity to learn about what the future of vehicle propulsion may look like, organizers said, and will be part of the new EV and Future Propulsion section… Continue reading New SEMA Show Exhibit to Highlight Future Vehicle Propulsion Technology

New SEMA Show Award to Recognize Vehicle Engineering

The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) has announced a special new award that will recognize a featured vehicle at the 2023 SEMA Show that showcases exceptional engineering, the organization said. The SEMA Best Engineered Vehicle of the Year Award will recognize a build that demonstrates quality engineering throughout the entire vehicle, or an aspect of… Continue reading New SEMA Show Award to Recognize Vehicle Engineering

HRIA Membership Meeting to Include Panel on Financial Planning

SEMA’s Hot Rod Industry Alliance (HRIA) will host a panel on financial planning during its upcoming general membership meeting, the SEMA council announced. Scheduled for Oct. 10, the meeting will provide an update on HRIA’s current events, member resources and top priorities, followed by the panel moderated by Amy Fitzgerald of Cool Hand Customs. Featuring… Continue reading HRIA Membership Meeting to Include Panel on Financial Planning